Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK

The map below shows majority race by area in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, as self-identified on the US census. Darker shades indicate a larger racial majority in that neighborhood. This page also contains data and maps on Matanuska-Susitna Borough racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.

Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Matanuska-Susitna Borough overall is white, making up 79.3% of residents. The next most-common racial group is other at 7.3%. There are more white people in the northwest areas of the county. People who identify as other are most likely to be living in the southeast places. The data below shows how many people identify themselves as each of the following races, which most Americans base on their family's national origin:

Race in Matanuska-Susitna Borough
Race
Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK Population
White
79.3%
Hispanic
5.0%
Black
1.2%
Asian
1.5%
Native American
5.7%
Other
7.3%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK Population
White
79.3%
Hispanic
5.0%
Black
1.2%
Asian
1.5%
Native American
5.7%
Other
7.3%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK

The map below shows diversity in Matanuska-Susitna Borough. Areas in green are more diverse, while areas in red are much less diverse. Diversity, in this case, means a mixture of people with different race and ethnicity living close to one another. For example, all-black and all-white areas in the county would both be considered lacking diversity.

Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Matanuska-Susitna Borough Diversity Score

88

With a diversity score of 88 out of 100, Matanuska-Susitna Borough is much more diverse than other US counties. The most diverse area within Matanuska-Susitna Borough's proper boundaries is to the southwest of the county. The least diverse areas are located in the northwest parts of Matanuska-Susitna Borough.

Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.

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